then ohio and florida. did not expect the networks to call this before 11:00 p.m. eastern when almost all the states will wrap up except for alaska. they have talked about the importance of getting it right. you remember what happened back in 2000. >> hallie jackson, thank you. this election season has been a very expensive one. the latest round of political ads shattered fund-raising records. mgm and other supporters has spent over $40 million to get voters to pass it -- almost $90 million on the single issue of expanded gambling. the same sex marriage debate has generated $6.5 million. >> cleanup efforts continue along the coast of new york and new jersey. ferry packedsland peo with people for the first time. some remain without power. >> it is not the same everywhere. i will go to some places that still do not have power. >> authorities are working to get power so people can vote on election day. 75 b.g.e. workers are on their way to new york and new jersey to help out with restoration efforts. two groups are going to pennsylvania where many customers have been